Susan Preston is an innovator in crafting insurance programs for emerging industries. She’s designed coverage programs for businesses as diverse as medispas, laser centers, tattoo shops and medical marijuana centers. Preston has also worked with government bodies to develop regulations for tattooing, body piercing, permanent cosmetics and laser services, as well as co-founding the Society of Permanent
Cosmetic Professionals, an organization that set international standards for the industry.
Preston’s knowledge of emerging industries has brought her company, Professional Program Insurance Brokerage, to the forefront of niche market insurance.
The agency experienced 50 percent premium growth last year, and is on track for another 30 percent in 2014. Her expertise has also made her a sought-after speaker, both at insurance events and in the industries PPIB insures. Preston has spoken at permanent makeup conferences, tattoo conventions and laser training programs, as well as appearing on panels at insurance industry events.
